CGI Foundation Programme Certificate in Offshore Finance & Administration

Who is this course for?

The Foundation Programme provides the relevant skills and knowledge to help prepare you to meet the demands of the Chartered Governance Qualifying Programme. This is especially useful if you do not have the academic or professional experience to enter the Qualifying Programme at Part One.

The Foundation Programme is your first step on the path to a career as a governance professional or company secretary.

What are the entry requirements for the course?

No prior qualifications required. A good level of written English is recommended.

How long is this course?

This course will run for 37 weeks commencing in January 2025

All classes will run 6.00 pm – 9.00pm

Location: Highlands Professonal Centre, Highlands College

Regulations and Compliance

Offshore regulatory environment
UK regulatory environment
Contract law
Agency
Data protection

Offshore Finance Industry

Definition of offshore
Economics
International organisations
Tax
Types of financial services
Revision / Recap
Exam

Trust and company Administration

Jersey Registry
Company meetings
Liquidation
Role and responsibilities

Investments

Introduction to investments
Debt Instruments
Equity
London Stock Exchange
Collective Investment Schemes
Revision / Recap
Exam

Foundation Programme

Introducing the Business Environment
Introduction to Law
Principles of Compliance and Company Administration
Introduction to Finance and Accounting
Revision/ Recap
Exam

What will I study on this course?

The Certificate in Offshore Finance covers the following areas with local knowledge.:

Offshore finance industry
Regulations and Compliance
Trust and company administration
Investment and Fund Administration

CGI Foundation Programme covers the following areas :

Introduction to the Business Environment
Introduction to Law
Principles of Compliance and Company Administration
Introduction to Finance and Accounting

What Qualification will I gain?

CGI Foundation Programme with Certificate in Offshore Finance and Administration

How is the course assessed?

The COFA modules are run as two courses:

Offshore finance industry & Regulations and Compliance
Trust and company administration & Investments

For each course assessment is through 2 assignments (50%) and an exam (50%)
The pass mark is 50% and the assessment is graded pass, merit, and distinction

The Foundation Programme is a level 4 programme set at first year undergraduate level. The programme is externally assessed and set and marked by CGI. The assessments take place twice a year in either November or June depending on what term you are taking the qualification.

The assessment is graded pass, merit, and distinction – students whose level of achievement is below pass will be classified as fail A, Fail B, Fail C or Fail D depending on the number of marks achieved.

The programme is assessed externally via one closed book examination that will cover content from all the modules in the syllabus.

The examination has a pass mark of 50%.

What does this course lead on to?

Upon successful completion the Foundation Programme with the Certificate in Offshore Finance you will be exempt from the Level 4 International Finance and Administration and could progress on to either the Level 5 International Finance and Administration or the Chartered Governance Qualifying Programme.

These programmes are recognised by The Jersey Financial Services Commission as a Table 5 Qualification under the Trust Company Business Codes of Practice

How much will it cost?

Course Fee: £2538.00
If you fail the exam and re-sit it, you will be charged the exam fee plus administration at £500.

How can I find out more?

Please email hp@highlands.ac.uk further information and to apply

Extra Info

The Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland is the professional body for governance (cgi.org.uk)

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Highlands Professional courses offers a range of professional qualifications to enhance your career opportunities.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are the entry requirements for this course?

Entry requirements differ depending on the course; you may be required to attend an interview in the first instance to assess the suitable of the qualification for your learning and requirements. Please contact the relevant department’s Course Administrator to discuss this further.

Who do I make cheques payable to?

Cheques should be made out to “Treasurer of the States”. If you are applying for more than one course, please enclose separate cheques for each. This will enable us to return fees for courses that are already full and still process other applications without delay. You may also pay by MasterCard, Visa or Maestro by filling out the required card details.

Can I pay the course fee by instalments?

In some instances an instalment plan may be possible, please discuss this with the Course Administrator.

When do courses run?

Highlands College part-time courses vary in length from evening or half-day workshops to two or three academic years. The majority of courses follow an academic timetable and may exclude half terms, bank holidays or other breaks.

What happens if the course I want is full?

Our policy is to accept applications on a first-come, first-served basis on receipt of fees. However, if a course is full a person’s name can be added to a waiting list. If the list is sufficiently large and additional tutors and facilities are available, another course may be set up and you will be contacted.

What if my course is relocated, rescheduled or cancelled?

We make every effort to avoid doing this, but occasionally it is necessary. This is why it is vitally important for us to have your current telephone numbers or e-mail address in order that we can contact you as speedily as possible. If you have a mobile telephone number, we may use a text message service to inform you of any changes to your course. Please note; our text message service is a non-reply service.

Why are some courses cancelled?

A minimum enrolment number is required to recover the full costs of providing the course. If numbers of students fail to reach this minimum, we reluctantly cancel it. We contact the applicants and provide a full refund, or offer a transfer to another course if a suitable one is available.

How will my course be assessed?

Assessment varies depending on the course; some may require formal written or practical assessment or attendance at examinations.

If I can no longer attend the class, can I get a refund?

Unfortunately we only offer a refund if your course has been cancelled by Highlands College. Circumstances such as illness, work commitments or leaving the Island are not considered for refunds. In some instances course fees may be able to be transferred to a module/unit within the same qualification. Fees or course places cannot be transferred to another person.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Application priority

Applications for Highlands Professional are accepted on a first come, first served basis on receipt of fees. If a student withdraws you may be offered a place, or if the waiting list is sufficiently large and additional tutors and facilities are available, another course may be set up, for which you will be offered a place.

Cancellations

A minimum enrolment number is required to recover the full costs of providing a course. If numbers of students fail to reach this minimum we reluctantly cancel it. Applicants are provided with a full refund or a transfer to another suitable course if one is available.

Refunds

Unfortunately we only offer a refund if a course has been cancelled by Highlands College. Circumstances such as illness, work commitments or leaving the island are not considered for refunds. In some instances course fees may be able to be transferred to a module/unit within the same qualification. Fees or course places cannot be transferred to another person.